French Influence in The Fashion Industry

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 Fashion has always


played a part in history.
 Since 1804 Napoleon
Bonaparte was devoted
to make France a leader
of fashion.
 Fashion also made its
mark in the Victorian
Period and in the
Industrial Revolution as
well as many other
times throughout
history.
 Although he was born in
England , his second
empire was in France.
 Charles Fredrick Worth

catered to the needs of


both Americans and
Europeans from his
private salon in Paris.
 He made many one of a

kind dresses for actresses


and singers.
 His signature was to use lavish fabrics and
trimmings and his incorporation of elements of
historic dress and his attention to fit (krick).
 Also very well known for his masquerade

gowns.
 He also had a big influence in the Chambre

Syndicale de la Coture Parisinne, which was


founded in 1868.
 1847 took over the shop
from former employer and
that s what started his career.
 Created custom pieces for

aristocrats of Europe and for


the coronation of Edward
VII
 The house of Cartier offered

most superb watches,


brooches, rings a d necklaces
etc..
 Created convertible jewelry

 She offered relaxed styles
and required no corsets.
 Unstructured jackets and

skirts in wool jersey,


provided the modern
women of 1920’s
 Chanel No 5 sleek and

simple as the “ Little


Black Dress” was top 5 in
France, Germany,
England and the US.
Oleg migrated to the US during
the depression era
Played tennis to survive along
the East coast and was able to
mingle with very famous
people
Became the designer for
Jacqueline Kennedy together
they captured the 1960
women's essence
1963 introduced color to means
shirts paired with 3pcs suits
1970 he designed tennis
clothing and swimwear.
 Azzedine Alaii aka “king Of
Cling” because he was
known for creating the sexiest
clothing n the world
 First worked as a dressmaker
1957 and after many years
went on to designing his own
line.
 He designed exercise clothing
for women to show off their
hard work.
 1980 in his ready to wear line
he designed stretchy dresses,
body suits, and bicycle shorts
 Known for his sharp edges
and tough chick look.
 1980s bold padded

shoulders, oversized collars,


and oversized military
jackets.
 Came up with the concept of
space age design.
 Geometric shapes and

motifs.
 He ignored the female form

and advanced into the


unisex fashions.
 He believed that women

should wear womens style


clothing because it would be
more convenient to their
lifestyle.
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